Please note that once your firmware has been updated, your printer will only accept OEM or original ink cartridges unless you remove the dynamic security feature, HP printer firmware reset to its default settings, or you can opt for HP printer firmware downgrade which will be discussed later in this page. The firmware update may impact you if you are receiving error messages like 'Cartridge is missing or damaged', 'Remove and reinstall ink cartridge', 'Cartridge not being recognized', or if your ink cartridges suddenly stopped working after initially working flawlessly. Printer manufacturers can automatically update your printer's firmware without your knowledge, especially if it is connected to your Wi-Fi or via a cable directly connected to your computer with an internet connection. How would I know if my printer's firmware has been updated? This feature has been added by them to block non-HP chips, modified, or non-HP electronic circuitry. As per HP, dynamic security-enabled printers are only meant to function with cartridges that have brand-new or repurposed HP chips or electronic circuitry. Since year 2016, HP has included dynamic security in their firmware update which is designed to limit the use of third-party ink cartridges.

However, if you use remanufactured or third-party ink cartridges, this is not the case. Firmware updates are typically released to address firmware bugs, crashes, or issues in order to improve printer performance.

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